Naomi Cortes directing actors at the Donmar Warehouse - Shakespeare Trilogy

Naomi has worked regularly as a theatremaker with the Donmar Warehouse and their education team. Directing their young actors in house and through their outreach programme, she has created an impressive body of work for the theatre's Take the Stage and the Tomorrow Project.

Naomi Cortes on stage at the Almeida theatre - image courtesy of Helen Maybanks

Naomi joined the project's team at the Almeida Theatre as an actor-practitioner, directing a range of young people as part of the theatre’s Residencies programme in primary and secondary schools, as well as developing their Academy activities.

Cast members of the Dutch Pot Senior Citizen's Society

After her performance debut at Soho Theatre, Naomi's passion and creative knowledge of working in the community was recognised by the venue's Education department and she was invited to work with the venue on various projects.

Naomi Cortes leading a workshop with Key Stage 2 pupils in Brent

After a recommendation about her wealth of experience and wide ranging skills, Naomi has become a highly valued member of the Creative Learning team at the Tricycle Theatre, being able to adapt her skills to support the wide range of young people the company works with.

Naomi Cortes at Tuke's Primary - The Iron Man by Ted Hughes

Naomi's inclusive approach to theatre-making, makes her one of the 'go to' theatremakers for Graeae Theatre, working with their ensemble company, developing educational programmes and sharing Graeae's approach to theatre-making with other arts professionals.

Naomi Cortes leading a workshop with drama students at the Old Vic theatre

Naomi was asked to be Lead Workshop Tutor with The Old Vic Theatre as they delivered their education programme - Old Vic New Voices to London secondary schools and colleges, supporting their season of work and engaging new younger audiences.